Finance Systems Lead

Finance Systems Lead

South Wales (Hybrid) Up to 90,000 + Package

M rwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a leading developer and operator of data centre campuses across Europe to appoint a Finance Systems Lead.

This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a complex finance technology landscape and drive the next generation of automation, reporting, ERP enhancement and AI-enabled transformation across a rapidly growing international business.

Working closely with the Finance Director and CFO, you'll act as a key partner to the finance leadership team, ensuring systems, processes and technology continue to support the evolving needs of a sophisticated finance function. This role offers a unique blend of finance, systems, transformation and business partnering responsibilities.

This is not a traditional finance role, but it does require a strong understanding of finance and accounting processes. We're particularly interested in speaking with qualified accountants and finance professionals who have developed expertise in finance systems, ERP platforms, transformation projects or technology-enabled process improvement.

It's a strategic position for someone who combines finance expertise with systems leadership, project delivery and a passion for leveraging technology to create smarter, faster and more scalable ways of working.

The Opportunity

You'll become the bridge between Finance, Technology and Business Operations, owning the roadmap for finance systems across a dynamic, high-growth organisation.

From ERP optimisation and automation initiatives to AI-driven process improvements and advanced analytics, you'll be responsible for turning ideas into reality while ensuring finance remains efficient, controlled and future-ready.

Working closely with senior leadership, you'll lead multiple transformation programmes simultaneously and play a pivotal role in shaping how finance operates within one of the world's fastest-growing infrastructure sectors.

What You'll Be Doing

Own the Finance Technology Ecosystem

Act as the subject matter expert for finance systems and process improvement.

Drive enhancements, integrations and optimisation across ERP and finance platforms.

Ensure systems are scalable, secure and capable of supporting future growth.

Champion best practice in governance, controls and data integrity.

Lead AI & Automation Initiatives

Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation and emerging technologies across finance operations.

Partner with stakeholders to redesign processes and eliminate manual effort.

Deliver smarter reporting, forecasting and decision-support capabilities.

Drive innovation that enhances productivity, accuracy and business performance.

Deliver Strategic Transformation Projects

Lead end-to-end implementation and transformation projects from requirements gathering through to deployment and adoption.

Manage multiple work streams, vendors and stakeholders simultaneously.

Drive testing, change management, training and successful business adoption.

Balance innovation, pace and control in a fast-moving environment.

Enable Better Business Decisions

Enhance reporting, analytics and self-service insight capabilities.

Develop dashboards and performance metrics that support commercial decision-making.

Improve the quality, accessibility and value of finance data across the organisation.

Partner with Senior Finance Leadership

Work closely with the Finance Director and CFO to align finance systems strategy with wider business objectives.

Act as a trusted advisor on finance process improvement, reporting capabilities and technology investment decisions.

Support the ongoing evolution of the finance function through systems optimisation, automation and innovation.

Translate finance requirements into scalable technology solutions that drive operational excellence.

About You

You'll likely bring a combination of:

A finance or accountancy background, ideally supported by a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or significant relevant experience.

Experience with in Finance, Accounting, ERP Systems, Finance Transformation or Financial Systems leadership.

A proven track record delivering ERP, finance systems or digital transformation projects.

Practical experience with Yardi Voyager or a comparable ERP platform.

Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

Experience implementing automation, workflow improvements or AI-enabled solutions.

The ability to translate business requirements into practical technology solutions.

Confidence working closely with CFOs, Finance Directors, senior finance leaders, IT teams and third-party vendors.

Experience with Power BI or similar reporting and analytics tools would be advantageous.

Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys solving complex problems, challenging traditional processes and using technology to create meaningful business impact.

Why Join?

• Shape the future of finance technology within a rapidly expanding global organisation.
• Play a key role in…